1
as in misrepresents
to give a misleading impression of
his bright smile belied his actual mood, which was really one of great sadness
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as in refutes
to prove to be false
the latest information belies the old theory
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as in conceals
to keep secret or shut off from view
the security council issued false assurances that belied the true gravity of the situation
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Recent Examples of belies
For someone handed their first Premier League start only last Sunday, Potts shows a tactical awareness in the single-pivot role that belies his 22 years.
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Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
This unassuming restaurant in the heart of the Kadıköy neighborhood's market street belies its reputation as an Istanbul powerhouse.
—Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2025
That laidback manner belies an ambition and drive that powers Chesney.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
With an energetic local fanbase, the busyness belies its location — near railroad tracks and a dusty surface parking lot.
—Kathryn Streeter, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025
Though viewed as a largely symbolic vote given its low chance of passage, the resolution’s bipartisan support belies a growing and broadening dissatisfaction with the administration’s trade regime.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 29 Oct. 2025
The quartet, who are all in their early 20s, possess a confidence and adventurous spirit that belies their infancy as a unit.
—Sophie Williams, Billboard, 28 Oct. 2025
The relatively modest roadside location of Freestone’s Wild Flour Bread belies the level of quality that keeps regulars coming back for more.
—AFAR Media, 25 Oct. 2025
Some complain that the boisterous, anthemic version on the album belies the cynical point of view of a Vietnam veteran.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
This unassuming restaurant in the heart of the Kadıköy neighborhood's market street belies its reputation as an Istanbul powerhouse.
—Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2025
That laidback manner belies an ambition and drive that powers Chesney.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
With an energetic local fanbase, the busyness belies its location — near railroad tracks and a dusty surface parking lot.
—Kathryn Streeter, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025
Though viewed as a largely symbolic vote given its low chance of passage, the resolution’s bipartisan support belies a growing and broadening dissatisfaction with the administration’s trade regime.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 29 Oct. 2025
The quartet, who are all in their early 20s, possess a confidence and adventurous spirit that belies their infancy as a unit.
—Sophie Williams, Billboard, 28 Oct. 2025
The relatively modest roadside location of Freestone’s Wild Flour Bread belies the level of quality that keeps regulars coming back for more.
—AFAR Media, 25 Oct. 2025
Some complain that the boisterous, anthemic version on the album belies the cynical point of view of a Vietnam veteran.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for belies
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Others described a tenant that fails to follow lease terms, misrepresents facts and ignores neighbors’ concerns.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Oct. 2025
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The ad misrepresents the Presidential Radio Address,' and 'did not seek nor receive permission to use and edit the remarks.—
Daniel Orton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Oct. 2025
Verb
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And refutes this idea that dinosaurs were in decline before the asteroid struck.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
30 Oct. 2025
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Like Dunbar’s speakers, Hughes’s dispossessed have no way out, and the poem implicitly refutes optimism regarding the Great Migration and racial progress.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Even if her taste in jewelry evolves, this custom box conceals three tiers of storage for her ever-changing bauble collection.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
7 Nov. 2025
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Such mismatched windows can be a sign that an interior wall conceals unused space or that a room has been sealed off during renovations.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Oct. 2025
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However, the headline advance obscures the weakness below the surface, a growing concern for investors.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
4 Nov. 2025
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For the next few minutes, the tree obscures at least one of the men.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Oscar’s grouchy shell hides a strangely tender soul, which is classic Scorpio.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
10 Nov. 2025
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As a whole, Kennedy’s doc, which is seeking distribution, is a raw behind-the-scenes look at a polarizing public figure who often hides behind wrath or self-deprecation.—
Addie Morfoot,
Variety,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Belies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/belies. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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